Status update 5
Hi sprinters, things are progressing nicely and we started working on the general schedule including social activities. We will be visiting the venue again on Thursday to clarify last details. Please let me know any points you want us to address there.
In the evening of the first day of the sprint we will invite all sprinters to a big welcome party. More details shall not be revealed yet but we try to make it a memorable event.
On Wednesday evening we invite interested participants to a guided evening walk - “The City of Vienna at a glance”. An on-site registration will be needed due to a limit number of 25 places.
The downtown tour introduces the imperial city, Vienna´s great history, its unique architecture, and todays life-style.
Meeting in front of St. Stephen´s Cathedral, Vienna’s main 900 years old landmark, we will stroll along Graben and Kohlmarkt, passing former court confectionary Demel and the most exclusive shops in Vienna. Crossing the courtyards of the Imperial Palace “Hofburg” you will hear about the great times of former Austrian monarchy, see where Empress Elizabeth (Sisi) married Emperor Franz Joseph, where the Vienna Boys’ Choir sings mass on Sunday, and where the famous white Lipizzaner stallions of the Spanish Riding School perform. You will enjoy the great view from Heroes Square to some of the magnificent buildings of the famous Ringstraße. We will continue walking towards State Opera and the legendary hotel Sacher and will end the tour at Albertinaplatz.
As always don’t hesitate to contact me in case of any questions.
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Stephan